Maroon 5 singer Adam Levine has spoken about his reaction to a fan who jumped on stage and grabbed him. The incident happened during Band A’s performance at the Hollywood Bowl, which took place over the weekend. His response on stage drew attention on social media.
TikTok user Luis Peñaloza shared footage of an unidentified woman grabbing Levine by the arm and hugging him before security took him away.
Adam Levine gave a shocked look, which fans labeled as a “disgusting” reaction. During the meeting, the singer was seen walking away from the incident. Fans saw Levine swearing as he distanced himself from the woman.
The TikTok video has garnered over nine million views. Fans on social media are divided over their reaction to the stranger hugging them. Several netizens said it was necessary to “humiliate”.
Adam Levine Responds to Viral Tik Tok
On Tuesday, the 42-year-old singer commented on the incident via Instagram Stories, which caught the attention of fans. He said in the video:
“I’ve always been someone who loves our fans, respects them, adores them. Without our fans, we don’t have a job. That’s what I tell my fans all the time. . To think that anyone would believe I thought our fans were down. We or less of us spin me that’s not who I am.”
Explaining the angry facial expressions during the meeting, the “Governica” singer said an unexpected turn of events caught him unprepared. He said:
“So I just need you to know, I’m really stunned and sometimes when you’re stunned, you just have to shake it off and move on because I’m out there doing my job.”
He continued:
“That’s what I’m proud of, so I have to tell you what my heart is and my heart is the connection that exists between the band performing on stage and the fans. I hope we can all understand that. “
As Adam Levine defended himself, fans had mixed reactions:
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Fans cheered for the singer as he explained his side to clear the air. But many also said he did not need to justify his reaction and had no reason to apologise.